After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
Helping members understand and manage their credit score creates a powerful opportunity for credit unions.
Wings Financial unlocked opportunity in its mortgage portfolio by drawing in members with a desirable rate and a few other perks.
Interest rates and inflation meet member budgetary challenges, but this Ohio credit union has a plan for that.
Some underwriting and belt-tightening, staffing and product changes are part of the response as swiftly rising rates roil the housing market.
Supply still lags demand but price hikes are slowing, and a lot has changed in the past 15 years.
When it comes to building the auto portfolio, BHCU and Seasons FCU take different directions but arrive at the same destination.
Home equity loans for remodeling can help fill the mortgage lending pipeline as the refinancing boom begins to fizzle.
Low interest rates have ignited interest in refinances. At Star One, mortgage modifications build member loyalty.
The financial constraints credit unions faced in 2020 provide insights for how to move forward in the coming year.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.